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Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Cedar Rapids Deserves Sweets Worth Saving the Wrapper For

Handcrafted chocolates, small-batch truffles, and confections made from scratch at 1100 3rd St SE — where every piece carries the kind of care that turns a simple gift into a memory.

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Chocolate being poured in small batches at Lori Ann's Candies
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Cedar Rapids, IA

Made Here. Loved Here.
Made Again.

Lori Ann's Candies began with a simple conviction: that the best sweets aren't mass-produced — they're made by hand, in small batches, with ingredients you can actually pronounce. What started as a passion for chocolate has grown into Cedar Rapids' favorite destination for handcrafted confections.

Every truffle, bonbon, and chocolate treat that leaves our kitchen at 1100 3rd St SE carries the same attention to detail as the first. We source real cocoa, butter, and vanilla — and we don't cut corners, because your taste buds notice.

Handcrafted with care

Every piece is made by hand in small batches — no assembly lines, no shortcuts.

Real ingredients only

Real cocoa butter, genuine vanilla, quality chocolate — nothing artificial ever crosses our counter.

A Cedar Rapids tradition

Proudly made and sold right here in our community, one box at a time.

Sweets for Every Occasion

From intimate chocolate boxes to celebration-worthy centerpieces, our handcrafted treats are made to delight — and to be shared.

Assorted hand-dipped truffles in a gift box
Signature

Hand-Dipped Truffles

Our most requested treats — rich ganache centers coated in dark, milk, or white chocolate, finished with cocoa, nuts, or sea salt.

Colorful artisan chocolate bonbons
Seasonal

Artisan Bonbons

Small-batch bonbons with bold flavor pairings — from caramel & hazelnut to raspberry dark chocolate and beyond.

Beautifully wrapped chocolate gift box
Gifts

Gift Boxes & Baskets

Curated assortments packaged with care — perfect for holidays, hostess gifts, corporate presents, or just because.

More Than a Candy Shop

Step into Lori Ann's and slow down. This is a place built for curiosity, for gifting with intention, and for the kind of sweetness that makes you come back.

Taste Before You Buy

Sample our latest creations before you choose. We believe you should fall in love with every bite.

Custom Orders

Weddings, birthdays, corporate events — we craft bespoke chocolate assortments for your special moments.

Local & Ready

Pick up your order in-store, or ask about delivery options around the Cedar Rapids area.

Made with Pride

Every box that leaves our shop carries a piece of Cedar Rapids — and a whole lot of chocolate love.

What Our Customers Say

The best reward for making sweets by hand is knowing they're loved — and our customers say it best.

"I drove in from just outside town specifically for these truffles. They're hands-down the best chocolate I've ever had — rich, balanced, and clearly made by someone who actually cares."
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Michelle R.
Cedar Rapids
"We ordered a custom gift box for our wedding favors and every single guest asked where we got them. Lori Ann's made the whole process effortless and the chocolates were unforgettable."
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David & Sarah K.
Hawkeye Wedding
"This is my go-to stop for any gift that needs to feel special. The bonbons are inventive, the packaging is gorgeous, and you can taste the difference that real ingredients make."
J
Jennifer T.
Loyal Customer

Stop By the Shop —
We'll Save You a Piece

Whether you're picking up a single box or planning a custom order for a big occasion, we'd love to see you. Visit us at 1100 3rd St SE in Cedar Rapids, or give us a call.

Come Say Hello
at Our Shop

We're located in the heart of Cedar Rapids, and we're always happy to help you find the perfect sweet — whether it's for you or someone you love.

Address

1100 3rd St SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

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Have a question, custom order request, or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you.

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